Dave banged the Mini-Zillyhammer down.
“This court will now come to order for the case of Egbert vs Lalonde, for custody of the salamander known as Casey and also known as Viceroy Bubble von Salamancer.”
Dave sat back in the makeshift Judge’s seat. John and Rose stood besuited, ready to present their cases. Jade was sitting in the back of “courtroom”, which was really just an open Earth C field, playing with the salamander that was subject to such a serious case.
Dave rubbed his temples. “This is stupid.”
Rose waved a finger, tut-tuting. “Dave, you don’t understand the importance of the court in the decision. The viceroy must complete his training under my tutelage. He is key to the future protection of the realm, and I can be the one to give him the magical prowess he must possess. In addition, my gorgeous, radiant, darling, wonderful wife can aid me using her own knowledge of the supernatural. For the good of all, The Viceroy must be released to my care.”
John slammed his hand into his fist. “Objection, your honor! Casey can’t spend all her time just in training! She needs to see the world! Go adventuring! Learn to bake! I have a ton of movies I want to show her too! She’s still growing, she has to live as much of her life as she can! I mean, I don’t even think Salamanders live that long! You have to let me take her!”
“John, you can’t let sentimentality blind you here. Think of the realm.”
“We’re here to protect the world! Let her go free, she’s just a kid!”
Rose and John continued to argue, as Dave lazily pounded the gavel. Jade suddenly shouted dramatically!
Rose, John and Dave looked over in surprise. Jade held the salamander in her arms.
“Hasn’t anyone asked them what THEY want?”
All eyes turned to the little yellow reptile. It paused briefly, then opened its mouth to reveal a single bubble that slowly popped with a glub.
Jade cheered. Rose nodded sagely. John wiped a tear away. Dave shrugged. “The court decrees that the salamander can do whatever the fuck it wants.”
@roseweek Day 3: Beta Kids
arg this is late and crappy but I got it out so there
@oct2pus i hope you like it